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UKK → KGF
Which side of the plane to sit from Ust-Kamennogorsk Airport (Ust Kamenogorsk) to Sary-Arka Airport (Karaganda)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the winding Irtysh River valley and the industrial transformation of the landscape as you approach the mining centers of Central Kazakhstan.
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Irtysh River
Dramatic aerial views of the serpentine Irtysh River as it carves its way through the eastern plains.
Semey Landmarks
Distant views of the Semey suspension bridge, one of the longest in the world, spanning the Irtysh.
Karaganda Mining Pits
Immense open-pit coal mines and industrial complexes that define the landscape of the 'Coal Capital' upon descent.
Opt for the right side on late afternoon flights to capture the 'golden hour' reflection on the Irtysh River. This side also provides a better view of the massive scale of Karaganda's industrial infrastructure during the final approach.
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Altai Foothills
Rising peaks of the Altai range visible to the south immediately after departure from Ust-Kamenogorsk.
Bukhtarma Reservoir
The southern expanse of one of the world's largest man-made reservoirs, known for its deep blue waters.
Saryarka Uplands
The unique granite formations and rolling hills of the UNESCO-listed Kazakh Uplands stretching toward the horizon.
Choose this side for morning flights to see the Altai Mountains illuminated by the rising sun. In winter, the contrast between the white snow and the dark granite outcrops of the Saryarka is particularly striking.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 658 km (409 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: UKK (50.036598205566406, 82.49420166015625)
Arrival: KGF (49.670799255371094, 73.33439636230469)
Route Type: Domestic
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